“Again, I congratulate Milla Santapaola on this impressive accomplishment.”
“Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment.”
“I do not doubt that she will succeed in her future academic and military career.”
“I am confident that Milla's time in Annapolis will be similarly impactful for her.”
“I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him.”
“Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress.”

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On the recordFebruary 14, 2012
Smith, Hon. Adam, a Representative from Washington, Ranking Member, Committee on Armed Services.
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Martin Smith
Democratic · Washington
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Ranking Member Smith presented his statements regarding the defense budget.

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